Swans 'shot' dead at Wigan beauty spot

Two swans have died after they were allegedly shot at a Wigan beauty spot, police have said.
By Ben Butler
Published 14th Feb 2021, 14:27 BST
Updated 14th Feb 2021, 14:36 BST
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Officers were called at around 10.40am on Friday (February 12) to a report of two swans which appeared to have been shot at Scotman's Flash, Wigan.

Further enquiries have since suggested the birds were attacked by a white husky dog at around 5pm the previous day, according to Greater Manchester Police.

The force is now appealing for information.

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Anyone with information is asked to call 0161 856 7124 quoting incident 838 of 12/02/2021.

Details can be passed to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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